Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Clinical Education
Certification
Refrences
Affiliations
Timeline
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Nicholas Tulino

Erie,PA

Overview

1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Stage Technician

Erie Events
Erie, PA
10.2023 - Current
  • Transports large amounts of gear from one location to another safely and efficiently.
  • Assembles rigging systems for suspended scenery pieces such as curtains, backdrops, flats and platforms.
  • Organizes and store all stage props, costumes, lighting equipment, audio-visual gear, and other materials.
  • Assists in constructing sets and installing scenery elements as needed.
  • Collaborates with production staff to create a safe working environment on stage.

Personal Trainer

Self-Employed
Erie, PA
08.2016 - Current
  • Provides individualized, comprehensive and versatile program designs for various client populations, such as: pre/post rehabilitation, athletes, weight management, strength and muscle building as well as bariatric, geriatric and pediatric.
  • Supports clients by providing swift problem solving and exercise modification to accommodate fluctuating changes in client's needs, preferences and safety concerns while maintaining exercise efficacy.
  • Adapts to various exercise environments such as outdoor park workouts or in-home workouts ranging from use of minimal equipment to commercial gym settings.
  • Developed the "Fitness For A Cause" campaign in collaboration with the Erie Arts and Culture Organization during the COVID-19 pandemic to help financially support local artists. Networked and utilized strengths in exercise program design to bridge the gap between the arts and fitness community in a time of financial distress.
  • Utilized internet savvy promotions resulting in increased clientele and a collaboration with a supplement company, Beyond Raw, to promote products and expand target markets.

Physical Therapist Assistant

180 Physical Therapy
Erie, PA
02.2024 - 07.2026
  • Educated and instructed patients in the McKenzie Method under supervision of a Mckenzie certified PT.
  • Monitored and instructed patients in Aquatic Therapy techniques, utilizing a hydraulic lift an under water treadmill body weight and water resistance.
  • Provided physical therapy care to a broad range of patients, largely consisting of low back ailments and post operative patients.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Fyzical Therapy and Balance Center
Erie, PA
10.2022 - 11.2023
  • Learned and implemented a wide array of effective treatment interventions to accommodate for a diverse range of populations, ranging from Neurological, balance and vestibular, to orthopedic and sport specific patients.
  • Integrated positive teamwork strategies with clinical and non-clinical staff within allotted time frames to ensure a seamless schedule for employees and patients.
  • Utilized effective billing strategies within the Plan of Care to ensure maximal company reimbursements without forfeiting treatment quality, efficacy or the inclusion of futile treatment methods.
  • Educated patients and family members about proper exercise techniques, safety measures, and injury prevention strategies.
  • Assisted Physical Therapists in evaluating a patient's range of motion, balance, strength and coordination through various tests and measurements.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Rise Up Performance Therapy
Erie, PA
03.2021 - 10.2023
  • Studied treatment plans and protocols and adjusted physical therapy related interventions appropriately within the patients plan of care to maximize rehabilitative benefits.
  • Recorded detailed treatment sessions, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
  • Administered effective manual therapy modalities to ensure pain reduction and or range of motion gains.
  • Observed signs and symptoms to report changes in patient condition.
  • Designed home exercise programs to support continuation of therapeutic plan.
  • Collaborated with PT to assist in assessment and modifications to plan of care.
  • Billed units accordingly and tracked patients session to ensure appropriately scheduled re-evaluations.

Head Personal Trainer / Fitness Staff Leader

YMCA Of Greater Erie (Glennwood Park)
Erie, PA
08.2016 - 08.2021
  • Managed and onboarded new personal trainers to the YMCA, ensuring growth and success of both individual trainers and the team.
  • Conducted local field analysis data that resulted in pay increases for personal trainers across all local YMCA branches.
  • Connected new trainers with new potential clients, running promotions to increase revenue.
  • Networked with Erie News Now and Classy 100 for TV, radio, and internet promotions to expand gym memberships, clients and increase health awareness among the community.
  • Inspected equipment to ensure a safe facility for members and staff.
  • Tracked and balanced trainer-clients sessions to ensure payment / service consistency.
  • Effectively cleaned and sterilized fitness equipment in accordance with CDC guidelines.
  • Provided friendly greetings and guidance to YMCA members to create a family-friendly welcoming environment.

Sales Consultant and Service Manager

World Of Music
Erie, PA
05.2005 - 12.2016
  • Provided direct customer contact on the sales floor, assisting customers in finding suitable products for all their musical needs.
  • Promoted to Repair Manager and Supervisor overseeing that all warranty and non-warranty claims are handled in a timely manner.
  • Grew and expanded product knowledge to stay current with market trends to maintain knowledgeable service resulting in the top sales position and increased revenue for the store.
  • Built excellent rapport with customers to ensure a continually growing clientele base.

Education

Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

Mercyhurst University
16 W Division St, North East, PA 16428
05.2020

Skills

Physical Therapist Assistant and Personal Trainer with experience in rehabilitating and training diverse populations to reach their physical therapy and/or fitness goals Educates and applies safe and effective methods to ensure relevant and sustainable rehabilitation Skilled in sales and networking that nurtures positive interpersonal relationships to ensure continuous revenue and a lively healthy community

Clinical Education

  • Fyzical Therapy and Balance Center Clinical Rotation I (11/11/2019 - 12/13/2019)
  • Lecom Senior Living Center Clinical Rotation II (2/10/2020 - 3/22/20)
  • NovaCare Rehabilitation Clinical Rotation III (6/1/2020 - 6/26/2020)

Certification

  • American College of Sports and Medicine Certified Personal Trainer.
  • American Heart Association CPR and AED certified.

Refrences

JENNIFER DOYLE 

Owner and Physical Therapist at 

Rise Up Physical Therapy

781.603.3772

jenniferdoyle@riseupphysicaltherapy.com

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NOAH REPKO

Physical Therapist at Fyzical Therapy and Balance Center. 

814.823.5874

nrepko30@gmail.com

.

ROME CACCAMO

World of Music Manager

814.440.5595

musicman@velocity.net

.

ELIZABETH YOUNT

Retired School Teacher

Personal Training Client of 5+ years

814.450.7164

Affiliations

  • Fitness for a Cause Campaign, with Erie Arts and Culture 5/1/2020-7/1/2020
  • Youth Soccer & Basketball Coach YMCA 2016-2020

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

180 Physical Therapy
02.2024 - 07.2026

Stage Technician

Erie Events
10.2023 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

Fyzical Therapy and Balance Center
10.2022 - 11.2023

Physical Therapist Assistant

Rise Up Performance Therapy
03.2021 - 10.2023

Personal Trainer

Self-Employed
08.2016 - Current

Head Personal Trainer / Fitness Staff Leader

YMCA Of Greater Erie (Glennwood Park)
08.2016 - 08.2021

Sales Consultant and Service Manager

World Of Music
05.2005 - 12.2016

Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

Mercyhurst University
Nicholas Tulino